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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, Drought.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Drought," what did Bob say about religion?
(a) That he wanted to convert.
(b) That he refused to read the Bible.
(c) That he left his church.
(d) That he doubted it.

2. How did Conway feel while leaving Coorain for Sydney, in "Drought"?
(a) Like she lost her purpose.
(b) Like she was becoming her mother.
(c) Like she was alone in the world.
(d) Like she was bettering her life.

3. Why was Conway sent away from home after the dust storm?
(a) Because Mrs. Ker needed surgery.
(b) Because she had gotten in trouble.
(c) To give her a better education.
(d) To protect her health.

4. How did Conway's mother feel about her housework at Coorain?
(a) She was fearful of getting too much work.
(b) She hated it.
(c) She was proud of it.
(d) She loved it.

5. In the time before World War II, how did the Kers feel about the political events of the world?
(a) They liked the ideas of the Italians.
(b) They agreed with the Americans.
(c) They ignored all the news.
(d) They were very interested in them.

Short Answer Questions

1. As a child, how did Conway describe Bob?

2. What happened when Mr. Ker left Coorain in "Drought"?

3. Why did Mrs. Ker like fund-raising for the Red Cross?

4. How did Conway and her mother travel to Sydney, in "Drought"?

5. What was Conway's father's first job?

(see the answer key)

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